The Chief Nursing Officer will provide oversight of Saint Francis Hospital in Wilmington, DE and Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital in Darby, PA.
The Chief Nursing Officer serves as a member of the THMA-South senior leadership team. The CNO will provide clinical and administrative leadership for planning, organizing, directing, monitoring and evaluating safe high quality patient care across the continuum to advance clinical practice and patient care consistent with the ANA Scope of Practice and American Nurses Credentialing Center Magnet Standards.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Participates in the administration of THMA-South as a full member of the senior leadership team, including strategic planning, execution, change management, and organizational decision-making.
Develops and implements nursing’s mission, vision, values and strategic, short- and long-term goals and objectives, standards of care and operating plans for patient care services.
Collaborates with the senior leadership team in the development and implementation of operating and capital budgets.
Develops and implements ongoing measures/evaluation methods related to all dimensions of performance inclusive of budget and productivity targets.
Develops and implements plans, including education and required competencies that ensure staffing for safe high quality patient care.
Ensures the recruitment, retention, development, succession planning for and engagement of quality patient care associates and leadership. Promotes an environment of shared leadership and decision making.
Participates in evaluating, selecting and integrating health care technology and information systems that support patient care.
In collaboration with the Chief Medical Officer and Director of Quality & Regulatory, serves as a sponsor and develops and directs the implementation of effective evidence-based programs to measure, analyze and continuously improve the safety and quality of all patient care services through empiric outcomes.
Ensures compliance with all health care standards and requirements established by various licensing, regulatory and accreditation bodies.
Communicates on a regular basis with senior leaders, the medical staff, the board and other identified stakeholders achievements and concerns related to patient safety, quality, patient loyalty, associate engagement and physician satisfaction.
Participates in regional decision-making and workgroups, assuming leadership in implementing improvement changes within the Regional Health Ministry.
Participates in community engagement activities (i.e. community health fairs, recruitment fairs, and other events) to raise awareness of services, job offerings, etc; and manage organizational reputation in the communities.
In collaboration with the President of the Hospital and the local Trinity Health Leadership System (THLS) leader, will: participate and/or facilitate the daily leadership safety huddles at each campus; be an active member of the operations teams at each campus; develop an intentional rounding schedule at each campus; and, align themselves with the tenants of THLS.
Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, Trinity Health’s Organizational Integrity Program, Standards of Conduct, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical, and professional behavior.
Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree with appropriate Master's Degree in Nursing, Business or Health Administration required. Doctoral education preferred.
Active RN license in Pennsylvania and Delaware required.
Minimum of five (5) years executive/director level leadership experience in patient care in an acute care setting.
Advanced knowledge of professional nursing practice in an executive or specialty practice area as evidenced through certification (e.g. CENP, NEA-BC, FACHE, etc.).
Member of a professional nursing organization.
A thorough understanding of the Electronic Medical Record, concepts of clinical informatics, and other advanced health care technologies.
A thorough understanding of the health care environment and all applicable laws and regulations.
In depth knowledge of system thinking, change leadership, shared governance, matrix reporting, continuous improvement, process excellence, and financial and productivity management..
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all members of the administrative and health care team.
The ability to synthesize and interpret large amounts of clinical, quality, and financial data.
Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Demonstrated ability to model the use of evidence-based leadership/practice, and project management skills.
Displays excellent interpersonal and communication skills to provide advice, counsel and leadership to staff, physicians, patients and the community.
We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage (Effective First day of Hire)
Retirement Savings Program
Generous Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Free Parking
And more!
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.